Yes, I do think things can get much worse than to have one's gilded appliances corrupted with rust.
I understand the screed, and look forward to discovering my own set of objections.
To be very honest, I have at this point two well-researched options to Thailand in the event I can't bring myself to stay.
Nothing is as it seems, which is why anyone with assumptions is certain to be disappointed when the lights come on.
As a first hedge against cynicism, I decided some months ago not to try and export my lifestyle. I won't make major purchases in Thailand.
It took me years to get rid of all that stuff here. Why would I throw away my freedom by moving to another country and starting the same model anew?
Just my opinion.